There was a shift in his expression, a very subtle hint in his eyes. 'It may take a long time.' Somehow long-term possibilities weren't something Jomy was prepared to face.

He simply nodded at Blue, a hand going up to his shoulder to brush a finger reassuringly on Rain's head. He could try to explain the situation--what little he could understand--but he knew it would only bring grief to the mouse.

"Blue..." He didn't feel it was correct to involve Hiei; Blue had made it clear that he was to be kept out of their ordeal. Words spoke into the other Soldier's mind. What now?